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U.S. Market Summary — October 04, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — October 04, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The S&P 500 ( SPY ) declined slightly by 0.00149 (-0.15%), closing at 669.21002, while the Dow ( DIA ) rose by 2.40002 (+0.52%) to 467.51001. The Nasdaq 100 ( QQQ ) fell by 0.42098 (-0.42%), ending at 603.17999. A key driver influencing today's mixed movement was concerns over the government shutdown's impact on financial stability, as highlighted in recent news. Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 669.21002 −0.00995 −0.00149% 669.21997 DIA 467.51001 +2.40002 +0.51601% 465.10999 QQQ 603.17999 -2.54999 -0.4210% ...

U.S. Market Summary — October 3, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — October 3, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market registered mixed performance, with the S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) dipping slightly by 0.003 points (-0.00%), while the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) rose by 2.4 points (+0.52%), and the Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ) declined by 2.62 points (-0.43%). A key driver amid the market's movements was CNBC's report on AI's potential to boost GDP, with cautions about over-investment ( source ). Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 669.20001 indexPerformance[0]->change >=0) ? 'green' : 'red'; ?>;">+0.00000 indexPerformance[0]->percentChange >=0) ? 'green' : 'red'; ?>;">-0.00300% 669....

U.S. Market Summary — September 28, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 ( SPY ), Dow ( DIA ), Nasdaq 100 ( QQQ ) Close Market Overview Stocks closed higher today with the S&P 500 gaining +3.77 points (+0.57%), the Dow up +2.85 points (+0.62%), and the Nasdaq 100 increasing by +2.44 points (+0.41%). A key driver was optimism fueled by positive economic data. The White House reports preparations for potential government shutdown, influencing market sentiment . Trend Sentiment: ▲ Bullish Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 661.82001 +3.77002 +0.57291% 658.04999 DIA 462.28000 +2.85001 +0.62034% 459.42999 QQQ 595.96997 +2.43994 +0.41109% 593.53003 Sector Highlights Leaders: Consumer Discretionary (XLY) +1.48%, Materials (XLB) +1.16% Laggards: Consumer Staples (XLP) +0.24%, Technology (XLK) +0.30% Breadth: 8 sectors up, 0 down, 0 flat Key Drivers / News Sentiment The White House last week told federal agencies to begin preparing for mass...

U.S. Market Summary — September 16, 2025, U.S. Time U.S. Market Summary — September 16, 2025, U.S. Time Market Overview Today, the S&P 500 ( SPY ) declined by 0.15% with a loss of 0.98 points, closing at 659.93. The Dow Jones Industrial ( DIA ) saw a decrease of 0.28%, down 1.28 points at 458.79, while the Nasdaq 100 ( QQQ ) dipped by 0.08%, ending at 591.20. Investor sentiment was influenced by news indicating that recent market movements may signal a Technical Analysis of a potential shift in trend direction, with market breadth evenly split, suggesting cautious optimism. Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance SPY DIA QQQ Close 659.93000 458.79000 591.20000 ± Points -0.97997 -1.28001 -0.47999 ± % -0.14828% -0.27822% -0.08112% Prev Close 660.90997 460.07000 591.67999 Sector Highlights Leaders Energy (XLE) : +1.68% Consumer Discretionary (XLY) : +0.61% Laggards Technology (XLK) : -0.35% Industrial (XLI) : -0.30% Mark...

U.S. Market Summary U.S. Market Summary — September 13, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market experienced a slight decline today, with the SPY closing at 657.40997, down by −0.22 points (−0.03%). The DIA fell by 2.60001 points (−0.56%), closing at 459.32001. The Nasdaq 100’s QQQ increased by 2.57996 points (+0.44%), closing at 586.65997. Market sentiment was influenced by ongoing concerns over volatility amidst mixed sector performances, with analysts highlighting the current bull market conditions supported by strong earnings reports. Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 657.40997 -0.22003 -0.03346% 657.63000 DIA 459.32001 -2.60001 -0.56287% 461.92001 QQQ 586.65997 +2.57996 +0.44171% 584.08002 Sector Highlights (Leaders & Laggards) Leaders: Consumer Discretionary (XLY) +0.52%, Technology (XLK) -0.07% Lag...

U.S. Market Summary — September 11, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 ( SPY ), Dow ( DIA ), Nasdaq 100 ( QQQ ) Close Market Overview The U.S. stock market experienced a positive trading session, with major indices closing higher. The S&P 500 gained +5.38 points (+0.82%), reflecting a broad-based rally driven by optimism around upcoming earnings reports. The sentiment news highlights the resilience of housing markets in certain regions, which may continue to support investor confidence. Trend Sentiment: ▲ Bullish Index Performance Index Close ±Points ±% Prev Close SPY 657.59000 +5.37998 +0.82488% 652.21002 DIA 461.90000 +5.97001 +1.30941% 455.92999 QQQ 584.09000 +3.38999 +0.58378% 580.70001 Sector Highlights Leaders: Materials (XLB) (+2.05%), Consumer Discretionary (XLY) (+1.91%) Laggards: Energy (XLE) (0.00%), Technology (XLK) (+0.29%) Market breadth shows 7 sectors up, 1 down, and none flat, indicating widespread positive momentum. K...

U.S. Market Summary — September 09, 2025, U.S. Time U.S. Market Summary — September 09, 2025, U.S. Time Market Overview The S&P 500 ETF Trust ( SPY ) rose by +1.43498 points (+0.22%), closing at 650.265, driven by positive sector momentum. A recent Technical Analysis suggests ongoing strength in leading sectors. The broad market sentiment remains cautiously optimistic amid mixed economic data. Trend Sentiment: ▲ Bullish Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 650.265 +1.43498 +0.22116% 648.83002 DIA 457.95000 +1.74999 +0.38360% 456.20001 QQQ 580.48 +1.61000 +0.27813% 578.87000 Sector Highlights (Leaders & Laggards) Leading sectors include Health Care (XLV) with +0.54% and Energy (XLE) with +0.49%. Laggards are Industrials (XLI) with -0.68% and Materials (XLB) with -1.61%. Breadth indicates 5 sectors up, 3 down, with no sectors flat. Key Drivers / News Sentiment The immigration raid on a Hyundai plant las...

U.S. Market Summary — September 5, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close U.S. Market Summary — September 5, 2025, U.S. Time: S&P 500 (SPY), Dow (DIA), Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) Close The U.S. stock market experienced a mixed day with the S&P 500 (SPY) closing down by 0.30503% (-1.98 points) at 647.14, the Dow (DIA) falling by 0.45728% (-2.09 points) at 454.96, while the Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) edged higher by 0.14864% (+0.86 points) at 576.085. One key driver for today’s market movement was the ongoing Technical Analysis indicating a cautious tone amid recent Bull Market signals and prevailing Volatility . Trend Sentiment: → Neutral Index Performance Index Close ± Points ± % Prev Close SPY 647.14 -1.98 -0.30503% 649.12000 DIA 454.96 -2.09 -0.45728% 457.04999 QQQ 576.085 +0.86 +0.14864% 575.22998 Sector Highlights Leaders Materials (XLB) +0.69% Health Care (XLV) +0.34% Laggards Energy (XLE) -1.95% Fi...